Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Stubborn
Aloof
Independent
Clownish
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Quiet
Detached

Boston Iggys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Chowpits are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier

Chow Chow and American Pit Bull Terrier

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
Brindle
White
Cream

Fawn
Blue
Brown
Black
Gray

Boston Iggys have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Chowpits have medium-length coats.

A Boston Iggy can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chowpit can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Boston Iggys are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chowpits have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Bone Fractures

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Entropion
Cataracts

Hearing
X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Examination

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Boston Iggy has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chowpit has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Iggys sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chowpits have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Iggy, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chowpit, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Iggys usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chowpits usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Boston Iggy is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Chowpit requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Boston Iggy should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Chowpit should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Boston Iggy feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-70 pound (18 - 32 kg) Chowpit feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Boston Iggy is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Chowpit is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Iggy is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chowpit is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Chowpits have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Boston Iggy is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chowpits are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Boston Iggys are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chowpits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Boston Iggys are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chowpits are not dog-friendly.

Boston Iggys are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chowpits are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.